December 15, 1785 It represents a Women in a Pierrot. Cap en Pouf, trimmed with a garland of roses; and a dark green ribbon. Ordinary coiffure with two curls, chignon on top. Trimmed kerchief, of Italian gauze. Violet caraco, edged with white; the stomacher matching, with a bow of dark green ribbon. Apple-green petticoat, trimmed with … Continue reading Cabinet des Modes, 3e Cahier, 1ere Planche
Cabinet des Modes, 2e Cahier, 3e Planche
At the top of the Plate, on the left, a Bust of a Woman. Gauze cap, à la Jannette.* Kerchief of Italian gauze, à la Henri IV, knotted with a pink ribbon. Gown of dark green satin. The earrings are plaquettes. On the right, another Bust of a Woman. Cane hat, à la Marlborough, surmounted … Continue reading Cabinet des Modes, 2e Cahier, 3e Planche
New Types of Coiffures for Ladies and Young Girls, 1908
[This was typed months ago, but somehow it never got posted. Oops!] Once again, with the help of Lauren of Wearing History, I bring you a something a bit more modern: a discussion of hairstyles from Le Miroir des Modes, 1908. The Greek style has invaded the domain of evening and at-home city toilettes; but … Continue reading New Types of Coiffures for Ladies and Young Girls, 1908
A Most Belated Promotion
You've likely already heard about it, but if you haven't: you should know that Kendra Van Cleave's book, 18th Century Hair & Wig Styling, is available for pre-order through Indiegogo! Probably the best advertising is the American Duchess's fabulous test-wig - check it out, it looks amazing, so you know that book's good. The detailed … Continue reading A Most Belated Promotion
Cabinet des Modes, 2e Cahier, 1ere Planche
It represents a Woman in full Dress. Puffed cap of gauze, à la Figaro, surmounted by two white plumes supported by a garland of flowers. A kerchief à la Henri IV. Pelisse of white satin, edged with marten's tail. Gown of blue satin. Petticoat of white satin. White muff of Angora goat. White shoes.
